Jetpack 11.9 brought some exciting new features to the table particularly for those of us who love to share our content and build engaging forms.
I’ve been playing around with the updates and it’s a must for anyone looking to boost their website’s social presence and user interaction.
Social Sharing Buttons: A Boost for Engagement
Remember the days when sharing a blog post on Mastodon felt like a manual chore? Those days are gone thanks to Jetpack’s new sharing button for Mastodon.
It’s incredibly user-friendly.
You’ve got the familiar icons for Facebook Twitter and the rest and now Mastodon is right there among them.
Beyond the New Button: A Refined Experience
The updates to the social sharing buttons go beyond just the addition of Mastodon.
Jetpack’s team took the time to refine the entire experience.
They’ve done some serious work on the design and performance of the buttons making them look sleek and load faster.
Sharing content is smoother and more visually appealing than ever.
Customization That Fits Your Style
One of the things I love most about Jetpack is the flexibility it offers.
When it comes to social sharing buttons you’re not stuck with a cookie-cutter solution.
You can customize them to fit your website’s aesthetic and your brand’s identity.
The process is straightforward:
- Activate the Sharing feature: This unlocks the power of social sharing allowing you to share your content effortlessly across various platforms.
- Navigate to the Sharing settings: Find the “Settings” tab and click on “Sharing.” This is where you’ll control all aspects of your sharing options.
- Choose your buttons: From here you can select the social media platforms you want to include. The Mastodon button is waiting for you!
Form Block: A New Way to Create Dynamic Forms
The Form Block has always been a valuable tool in the Jetpack arsenal but the addition of the “Sync Fields Style” option has made it even more powerful.
Now you have more control over the visual style of your forms creating a more cohesive and personalized look.
Unlocking Design Flexibility
This new option allows you to synchronize the styles of your form fields.
This means that you can define how labels inputs and other elements look and feel ensuring a consistent appearance throughout your entire form.
Imagine this:
- Consistent branding: You can make your forms seamlessly integrate with your website’s overall design strengthening your brand identity.
- Enhanced user experience: By ensuring a consistent look across different field types you make it easier for users to navigate and complete forms.
- Tailored aesthetics: You can create unique styles that match your brand’s personality giving your forms a distinctive touch.
How to Implement Sync Fields Style
Enabling the Sync Fields Style option is easy.
When you’re editing a Form Block in your editor simply:
- Open the block settings: Click on the three dots in the top right corner of the Form Block.
- Find the “Sync Fields Style” option: Within the block settings you’ll find a toggle for this feature. Flip it on!
- Customize your styles: Once enabled you can fine-tune the styling to your liking. From here you can create truly custom forms that reflect your brand’s voice.
Jetpack Stats Dashboard: A Modern Take on Insights
The Jetpack Stats dashboard is a hub for understanding your website’s performance but sometimes even the most powerful tools can benefit from a refresh.
Jetpack 11.9 brings a modern design to the stats dashboard aiming to deliver valuable insights in a more user-friendly way.
Staying in Tune with Trends
Data visualization is constantly evolving and Jetpack’s team has embraced the latest trends to enhance the dashboard’s clarity and usability.
This update isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s about improving your understanding of your website’s performance.
Navigating Your Website’s Journey
The modern design emphasizes key performance indicators (KPIs) and presents data in a way that’s easy to digest.
You’ll find it easier to:
- Identify trends: The dashboard helps you spot patterns and trends in your website’s traffic engagement and other vital metrics.
- Make informed decisions: By quickly understanding key insights you can make more informed choices about content strategies marketing efforts and website optimization.
- Track your progress: The updated design provides a clear view of how your website is performing over time helping you track your progress and celebrate successes.
Feedback Welcome: Shape the Future of Jetpack
While the new Stats dashboard is a step in the right direction Jetpack values your feedback.
They want to make sure this update is truly useful for everyone.
If you have thoughts on the updated design please share them through a dedicated survey.
They want to hear from you!
And for those who prefer the traditional stats dashboard for now don’t worry.
Jetpack understands that change can take time to adjust to.
You can find a toggle in the Traffic section of the Jetpack settings to switch back to the familiar interface.
Automattic: A Most Loved Workplace
It’s not just the Jetpack product that’s getting rave reviews.
Automattic the company behind Jetpack has been certified as a “Most Loved Workplace” by the Best Practice Institute.
This prestigious recognition is based on thorough research and analysis of workplace sentiment demonstrating the commitment to creating a positive and engaging environment for employees.
A Culture of Innovation and Collaboration
Automattic’s dedication to building a remarkable workplace culture shines through in the stories shared by their employees.
The company emphasizes:
- Remote work: Automattic embraces a global workforce allowing employees to work from anywhere in the world.
- Open communication: Transparent communication is key to fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Employee well-being: Automattic prioritizes employee well-being offering benefits and resources to support a healthy work-life balance.
Joining the Automattic Team
If you’re passionate about technology innovation and creating a positive impact Automattic might be the perfect place for you.
They have exciting open positions in various departments including Engineering Product Marketing Business Development HR Customer Support and more.
You can explore these opportunities and learn more about working for Automattic from anywhere in the world by visiting their website: https://automattic.com/work-with-us/.
Behind the Scenes: A Team Effort
Jetpack 11.9 is the result of the collective efforts of a dedicated team of individuals.
Their passion for improving the WordPress experience is evident in every update.
A big thank you to everyone who contributed to this release:
- Adnan Haque
- Adrian Moldovan
- André Kallehauge
- Antony Agrios
- Artur Piszek
- Bogdan Nikolic
- Brad Jorsch
- Brandon Kraft
- Christian Gastrell
- Clemen
- Damián Suárez
- Daniel Bachhuber
- Daniel Post
- Dave Martin
- Douglas Henri
- Dylan Munson
- Fernando Fernandes
- Francesco Bigiarini
- Gergely Márk Juhász
- Grant Kinney
- Ian Ramos
- Igor Zinovyev
- Jason Johnston
- Jason Moon
- Jasper Kang
- Jeremy Herve
- Jeremy Yip
- John Caruso
- Karen Attfield
- Kevin L
- Kosta
- Kuba Birecki
- Linas Valiukas
- MILLER/F
- Matias Ventura
- Matthew Reishus
- Miguel Torres
- Nate Weller
- Nauris Pūķis
- Osk
- Peter Petrov
- Piotr Stankowski
- Rafael Agostini
- Renato Augusto Gama dos Santos
- Robert Felty
- Rustam Shaikh
- Samiff
- Sergey Mitroshin
- Sérgio Gomes
- Siobhan Bamber
- Steve D
- Tom Rhodes
- Vishnu Gopal
- bindlegirl
- dkmyta
- gogdzl
- jcheringer
- nunyvega
- ouikhuan
- simonktnga8c
- thingalon
- vikneshwar
Exploring the Benefits of Jetpack
If you haven’t already I highly encourage you to explore the full range of features offered by Jetpack.
It’s more than just social sharing buttons and form blocks; it’s a complete suite of tools designed to help you protect speed up and grow your WordPress site.
Unlocking WordPress’s Potential
Here are some key benefits of using Jetpack:
- Security: Protect your site from malicious attacks with features like brute force attack protection spam filtering and automatic backups.
- Performance: Boost your site’s speed and efficiency with features like image optimization content delivery networks (CDNs) and caching.
- Marketing: Enhance your marketing efforts with features like social media integration email subscriptions and analytics.
- Design: Customize your website’s look and feel with features like themes widgets and design tools.
A Powerful Partner for WordPress
Jetpack is a valuable partner for WordPress users at all levels.
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced web developer Jetpack can help you take your website to the next level.
Sharing Experiences: A Community of WordPress Users
Jetpack 11.9 is a testament to the power of community.
Developers designers and users all contribute to making WordPress a powerful and versatile platform.
One example of this community spirit comes from Jeremy Herve who recently published a great post on his blog about how he’s using the new Mastodon sharing button to connect with his audience on this emerging social media platform.
You can check out his post at: https://jeremy.hu/share-your-blog-posts-on-mastodon-with-jetpack/.
Stay Updated: Subscribe to Jetpack News
To stay informed about the latest updates features and news from Jetpack I highly recommend subscribing to their blog.
You can do so by entering your email address in the subscription form on their website.
This way you’ll always be in the loop about the latest developments and how Jetpack can help you make the most of your WordPress experience.
Let’s Connect
If you have any questions comments or want to share your own experiences with Jetpack 11.9 feel free to reach out to me.
I’m always happy to connect with fellow WordPress enthusiasts and discuss how we can make our websites even better.
Happy blogging!